PRAYER CONcERNS
Doyle Baughman, Mike Buxton, Paula Chapman, Gini Fickert, Sheryl Frahm, Norma Gardner, Vicki Haynes, Ron Heindel, Nita Hellwarth, Eric Hembree, Ethan Kemper, Craig Klopfleisch, Tyler Levi, Kris Mann, Evelyn Now, Estella Nusbaum, Francis Nusbaum, Larry Pingry, Brandi Shellabarger, Becky Snyder, Vern Schroyer, Terry Schroyer, Carl Stuck, Dan Tobin, and Toby VanTilburg.
C.a.L.L. ministries
Thanks to all who contributed to the “Souper Bowl” collection for C.A.L.L. Ministries on 2/9/25. We collected $370.49 which will be used to help families and individuals in our community. Thank you for your generosity!
Funeral dinner team
Beth Heiby and Lorna Saddler are currently working on an updated list for the Funeral Dinner Team. (This team provides luncheons for loved ones following a funeral.) If you wish to be added as a volunteer to help provide food or help in the kitchen, please contact Lorna or Beth.
Port-Shirt sewing
The James Cancer Center in Columbus stated a need for 500 port-shirts. We would like to contribute toward this goal. For more information contact Jana Hirschfeld, Cathy Weis, or Rosemary Boomhower. Thanks to all who contributed to our collection of $174 on 2/16/25 to be used in this ministry.
Wonderfully Made, next meeting 2/24/25
6:30 PM, Library
Join us on second and fourth Mondays to learn a new art and mindfulness practice. Led by guest teachers, this group provides a peaceful and creative space to explore new skills, reflect on scripture, and connect with others in fellowship. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, our sessions offer a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and pray. All are welcome as we come together to nurture our minds, spirits, and creativity. Sign up: https://bit.ly/4j1nktV
Join us on second and fourth Mondays to learn a new art and mindfulness practice. Led by guest teachers, this group provides a peaceful and creative space to explore new skills, reflect on scripture, and connect with others in fellowship. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, our sessions offer a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and pray. All are welcome as we come together to nurture our minds, spirits, and creativity. Sign up: https://bit.ly/4j1nktV
Are you a Thrivent Member?
Are you a Thrivent member? Thrivent is a financial organization with deep roots in the Lutheran Church. Did you know? If you are a Thrivent member with an annuity or life insurance policy, Thrivent gives you two opportunities each year to provide $250 in action team funding (and t-shirts!) to church or community events?
If you have never put your Thrivent Action Team money to work, we can help. Contact the church office, Thrivent, or your Thrivent representative.
We are looking for two Thrivent Action Team sponsors for the Egg Hunt and Easter Egg filling activities. Please contact Jenelle.
If you have never put your Thrivent Action Team money to work, we can help. Contact the church office, Thrivent, or your Thrivent representative.
We are looking for two Thrivent Action Team sponsors for the Egg Hunt and Easter Egg filling activities. Please contact Jenelle.
ALTAR FLOWERS
The 2025 Altar Flower Schedule is posted and ready for you to sign up.
purple door pacers
Purple Door Pacers meet and walk every Monday and Thursday morning at 10:00 am. We would love for you to come join us! Our schedule can be found in the Tower or on the bulletin board outside of the office. All ages and all abilities are more than welcome to participate.
Indoor Playgroup
The next Indoor Playgroup will be February 27 from 9:30am—11:00am in the Family Life Center. Everyone is welcome and there is no cost.
First Communion
If you have a child interested in participating in First Communion class, please fill out the registration survey. https://bit.ly/3CreGVe
W.O.W.
Join us for W.O.W. each Wednesday evening. The free-will donation meal starts at 5:30. Classes and activities run from 6:30 to 7:30.
shoes
We are partnering with Grand Lake UMC to collect gently used or new shoes for Soles4Souls. All shoes that meet these conditions will be accepted during the month of March.
Calling all young adults
If you are in your 20s or 30s and are interested in receiving information about Bible studies, events, and more, contact Ingrid to be added to the group. We have in-person and online options! Email: i.tebbe@purpledoorchurch.org
Planning ahead!
Events on the horizon.....
- Sunday, March 2: Breakfast Buffet with Heros and Royalty, 10 am - 12:30 pm in Fellowship Hall. Register and pay online at: bit.ly/40vpOcH.
- Wednesday, March 5: Ash Wednesday Service at 7:00 pm in sanctuary
- Sunday, March 9: Grand Lake Symphony Orchestra at 3 pm in sanctuary
- Wednesday evenings March 12 - April 9: Lenten Services at 7:30 pm in sanctuary.
- Tuesday, March 18: Book Club to discuss "The Four Winds"
- Sunday March 23: Youth Quarter Auction - meal at noon, auction action starts at 1:00 pm